Beans · Reviewed 2026-09-24
Assembly House Espresso Review
Washed Ethiopian-led espresso with jasmine and bergamot — the light-roast espresso that converts sceptics.
Europe's Best Roaster 2023-24, B Corp.
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Current UK price
£13/250g
Our verdict
Europe's Best Roaster 2023-24, B Corp. It earns a 4.7/5 because, after measuring Espresso 1:2 in 28 s and pushing it through our standard 40-shot protocol, it does what it claims — consistently and without drama. Best for: Light-roast espresso in Bambino/Gaggia setups.
Pros & cons
What we love
- Floral, sweet espresso
- B Corp roaster
- Roasted in London
What could be better
- Needs a capable grinder
- Not for dark-roast fans
How it performed
Our measurements
- Best as
- Espresso 1:2 in 28 s
All measurements from our standard 40-shot test protocol. Full methodology on How We Test.
Specs at a glance
- Roast
- Light
- Format
- 250 g whole bean
Who should buy it?
Buy the Assembly House Espresso if light-roast espresso in bambino/gaggia setups. Skip it if you need needs a capable grinder.
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Frequently asked questions
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